Industrial Project Management MastersMSc

Explore project management concepts essential for developing new products, expanding manufacturing capacity and responding to competitive threats. You’ll develop skills vital for implementing business strategy in many industries, and that help  you adapt your management and leadership methods to suit the situation and context.

This is a part-time, distance-learning programme, taking 3 years to complete for the MSc. You study from your home location, whilst continuing to work in a project-related role.

Live 2-day workshops take place in Birmingham between years 1-2 and 2-3, and students can participate in-person or remotely.

Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma will take 1 year or 2 years respectively to complete part-time.

• Gain a deep understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management principles, practices, and tools
• Explore essential skills in leadership, team building, and influencing, crucial for successful complex project delivery
• Develop a systematic understanding of project management knowledge and critically engage with current industrial challenges
• Master comprehensive techniques applicable to advanced study in project management, promoting innovative application and practical research skills

• Learn about cutting-edge developments in project management, with lectures delivered by a wide range of practitioners and academic faculty, many of whom are world-leaders in their fields
• Watch recorded interviews with experienced practitioners on a wide range of topics from project and organisational case studies to emerging ideas and innovation
• Experience the convenience and accessibility of online self-paced materials, enabling you to participate from anywhere, anytime, and accommodating diverse schedules without the need for commuting
• Benefit from 1:1 coaching and support to help you link your studies to the workplace. Bookable monthly 'office hours' via video give you the opportunity to get tailored guidance and feedback that meets your individual needs
• Work on assignments that require you to compare your learning with your own project experience and critically assess both theoretical concepts and observed practices
• In Year 3 you have the opportunity to work on a research project that addresses a real-world challenge that is of interest to you and your employer, supported by our experienced faculty

The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.

As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff. For more information on the circumstances in which the University may need to make changes to modules, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for applicants.

Year: 2025/26

Year: 2 2026/27

Year: 3 2027/28

• To have at least 3 years of experience working in a project environment. To get the best out of this course you need to be able to relate your academic learning and research to the real-life of projects.
• If you are not currently working in a project-related environment, please ensure your personal statement discusses how you'll be able to relate your studies to the real life of projects, and how you'll network with other project professionals as part of your learning.
• On very rare occasions we will consider applicants with less experience or no current project position, but the applicant will need to make a strong case in their Personal Statement, and at any subsequent interview.
• Your references should be professional rather than academic, coming from someone who has worked with you - ideally in a project environment. We require at least one, ideally two. If you are a non-native English speaker, the reference should (where applicable) refer to how much you worked in English, and how well you did so.
• A good academic standard of education. A good first degree is ideal, though we will consider applicants without a degree where they can demonstrate work experience at a reasonable senior level.

English language requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 Listening, 21 Speaking and 19 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 64 with no less than 59 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 169, with no less than 162 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 25 in each skill

English Presessional Programmes

Improve your knowledge of spoken and written English in preparation for studying at Birmingham with our pre-sessional English courses. If you have a conditional offer, you can take one of these courses as an alternative to retaking IELTS or other similar qualifications.

The total course fee is paid in three annual instalments of one-third of the total course fee. These are invoiced at commencement, and on the first and second anniversary of your course start date.

Please note that fees are the same for UK and non-UK residents alike. We are committed to providing accessible education pathways, and this fee structure enables international students to more easily access our research-informed, employability-driven courses.

This course does NOT follow the general University policy which requires a deposit from international students who accept an offer of a place. No deposit is required.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

Postgraduate Masters Loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Birmingham Masters Scholarships

We want to welcome the brightest talent to our postgraduate community. That’s why our Birmingham Masters Scholarships award £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.

To apply for a postgraduate programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online.

Applications are accepted up to 2 weeks before the course commences. However, if you apply less than 2 months before the course start date, we ask that you contact the course admissions tutor in addition to submitting your online application.

In special cases we can consider later applications, including after the course has started. The part-time and online nature of the course facilitates this if you are able to put in the extra time to catch up to the rest of the cohort. Contact the admissions tutor via the link above for more information.

If you meet the minimum entry requirements you will be invited to a video interview. This will be an informal discussion with opportunity for you to understand the programme and ensure it meets yourneeds and aspirations.

If you are unsure if this programme is for you, the interview can be arranged prior to you making a formal application. Please contact the admissions tutor if you wish to arrange this.

We usually make our offer decision immediately after the interview.